Staff Contract Administrator

Job Details

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Clearance Required For Start: No
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Travel: Yes, 10% of the Time Description

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Staff Contract Administrator (Level 5) to join its team of qualified and diverse professionals. This position will be onsite in Northridge, Ca (this is not a hybrid or remote position).

• The successful applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's contracts organization and will support various Government programs, capture and proposal activities as well as provide contract operations support. The successful candidate will be a direct report to Contracts Leadership and will work closely on a day-to-day basis with the business managers, operations managers, capture managers and other functional teams throughout the department. The successful candidate will be responsible for all aspects of contracts from the business development phase through contract closeout, delivering strong customer satisfaction, successful financial performance, and risk mitigation. Candidate's ability to build strong customer intimacy and employee engagement is key. Candidate must be a self-starter and able to work collaboratively with team members, including in an advisory role to program management, site management and the customers. Candidate will have knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations Supplement (DFARS).

In this role, the selected candidate will

• Work complex assignments independently, supporting Finance, Program Management, and various levels of Management.
• Lead proposal preparation, contract negotiation and contract administration activities from the proposal phase through closeout.
• Administer daily contract activities for a variety of product lines and contract types, including cost reimbursable and firm fixed price; such activities will include establishing payment terms.
• Enter and manage data in the Contract Management System, financial and delivery systems as needed.
• Participate in customer meetings, performing and monitoring compliance to contract requirements and leading the change management process.
• Ensure Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and contract terms and conditions are negotiated within company guidelines.
• Perform other contract administrative tasks as assigned.

Basic Qualification Staff Contract Administrator (Level 5)

• This position emphasizes skills and experience. Will consider Bachelor’s Degree and at least 15 years relevant experience in U.S. Government contract administration and management or Masters Degree with 13 years relevant experience; In lieu of formal degree, High School Diploma or eq…